August, 2023

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The New Paradigm: A Toolkit For Balancing Conflicting Stakeholder Interests and Protecting Long-Term Business Value

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Martin Lipton, Wachtell Lipton Rosen & Katz, on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 Editor's Note: Martin Lipton is a founding partner of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, specializing in mergers and acquisitions and matters affecting corporate policy and strategy. This post is based on a Wachtell Lipton memorandum by Mr. Lipton and Carmen X.

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Companies with innovative cultures have a big edge with generative AI

Mckinsey and Company

It may not be surprising that innovative organizations are ahead on generative AI, but the degree to which they’re succeeding at deploying it might be. Five practices help them stay ahead of the pack.

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VanMoof, Trendy E-Bike Brand, Bought Out of Bankruptcy by Scooter Maker

NYT M&A

Lavoie, which makes high-end scooters based on McLaren’s Formula 1 technology, acquired the trendy e-bike brand that had gained a zealous following.

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How to Stop Construction Change Orders From Slipping Through the Cracks

Redpath

Improperly tracked construction change orders can delay your accounts receivable, job schedule, and more. Read on to get your team ready for scope changes.

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How to Leverage Intent Data for Better Outcomes

Speaker: Susan Spencer, Principal of Spencer Communications

Intent signal data can go a long way toward shortening sales cycles and closing more deals. The challenge is deciding which is the best type of intent data to help your company meet its sales and marketing goals. In this webinar, Susan Spencer, fractional CMO and principal of Spencer Communications, will unpack the differences between contact-level and company-level intent signals.

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SEC Adopts Final Rules on Cybersecurity Disclosure

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Cydney S. Posner, Cooley LLP, on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 Editor's Note: Cydney S. Posner is Special Counsel at Cooley LLP. This post is based on her Cooley memorandum. At an open meeting on Wednesday last week, the SEC voted, three to two, to adopt final rules on cybersecurity disclosure. In his statement at the open meeting, Commissioner Jaime Lizárraga shared the stunning statistics that, last year, 83% of companies experienced more than one data breach, with an average cost of

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Look Inside: Economic Outlook Update Q4 2019

BVR

The Economic Outlook Update provides monthly and quarterly digests designed to give you the most defensible economic data available at your fingertips when you need it. This excerpt comes from the Q4 2019 issue.

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Stairway to digital excellence

Mckinsey and Company

Organizations that follow a progression of steps to achieve excellence in digital delivery may see improvements in effectiveness, productivity, and performance, as well as significant increases in speed.

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IVSC AGM, Paris (9-11 October)

IVSC

The IVSC Annual General Meeting (AGM) offers a unique opportunity for valuation professionals to interact with global leaders and stakeholders. This year, we’re heading to Paris, following our successful 2022 assembly in Florida. We extend our thanks to the Conseil National de l’Ordre des Experts-Comptables (CNOEC) and Compagnie Nationale des Commissaires aux Comptes (CNCC) for hosting this year’s AGM, as well as Taqeem and HypZert for their sponsorship of the AGM.

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UBS Reports $29 Billion Profit, a Record

NYT M&A

The huge gain stems from the bank’s acquisition of its rival Credit Suisse this spring for about $3.2 billion, a steep discount that is skewing its quarterly results.

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Voting Rationales

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Roni Michaely (The University of Hong Kong), Silvina Rubio (University of Bristol Business School), and Irene Yi (University of Toronto), on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 Editor's Note: Roni Michaely is a Professor of Finance and Entrepreneurship at The University of Hong Kong, Silvina Rubio is an Assistant Professor of Finance at the University of Bristol, and Irene Yi is an Assistant Professor of Finance at the University of Toronto.

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Statement of Cash Flows vs. Cash Flow Statement

Speaker: Wayne Spivak - President and Chief Financial Officer of SBA * Consulting LTD, Industry Writer, and Public Speaker

The old adages that "cash is king" and "you can’t spend profits" still hold true today. But however well-known these sayings might be, it requires a change in mindset to properly implement a cash flow management system that predicts your business's runaway as accurately as possible. Key to this new mindset is understanding the difference between the Statement of Cash Flows, a historical look at the source and uses of cash, and the Cash Flow Statement, which uses transaction history and forward-l

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A Detailed Guide to Phantom Stock And Its Valuation

Startup Valuation Blog

To delve even deeper into the intricacies of phantom stock, its valuation methodologies, and the strategic implementation of this innovative compensation strategy, continue reading the comprehensive insights presented in this guide. The world of employee incentives and long-term growth awaits your exploration. Table of Contents Understanding Phantom Stock The Benefits for Employees The Advantages for Employers Phantom Stock Valuation: Key Considerations Company Performance Metrics Vesting Peri

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Struggling Gam’s board to step down after failure of Liontrust deal

Financial Times M&A

Activists who disrupted deal will put forward new board at September EGM

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What is COP?

Mckinsey and Company

COP refers to the United Nations’ annual conference on climate change. Its 28th meeting (COP28) is scheduled to begin November 30, 2023, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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IVSC AGM, Paris (9-11 October)

IVSC

The IVSC Annual General Meeting (AGM) offers a unique opportunity for valuation professionals to interact with global leaders and stakeholders. This year, we’re heading to Paris, following our successful 2022 assembly in Florida. We extend our thanks to the Conseil National de l’Ordre des Experts-Comptables (CNOEC) and Compagnie Nationale des Commissaires aux Comptes (CNCC) for hosting this year’s AGM, as well as Taqeem and HypZert for their sponsorship of the AGM.

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Mastering Intent Data: Understanding its Importance & Best Practices

Speaker: Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union

In this webinar, Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union and business strategist, will take you through the ABCs of intent data. You'll learn how to effectively use it to drive business results, with practical tips on how to leverage both company and contact intent data to maximize your marketing efforts. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just getting started, this webinar is a must-attend for anyone looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of digital marketing.

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UBS Earns $29 Billion From Badwill Tied to Credit Suisse Deal

NYT M&A

The Swiss bank’s sharply discounted takeover of Credit Suisse led to a paper gain that gave it the biggest quarterly profit by a bank in history.

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Do Activists Beat the Market?

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Mary Ann Deignan, Rich Thomas, and Kathryn Night, Lazard, on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 Editor's Note: Mary Ann Deignan is Head of Capital Markets Advisory, and Rich Thomas and Kathryn Night are Managing Directors in the Capital Markets Advisory group at Lazard. This post is based on a Lazard memorandum by Ms. Deignan, Mr. Thomas, Ms. Night, Leah Friedman and Pavan Surabhi.

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Equity Incentives: Best Practices for Startup Founders

Startup Valuation Blog

To delve deeper into the world of equity incentives and discover how they can revolutionize your startup's growth strategy, keep reading below As the founder of a startup, one of your key responsibilities is to attract and retain top talent that can drive your company's growth and success. Equity incentives, in the form of stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), and other equity-based compensation plans, are powerful tools that can help you achieve this goal.

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US regulator warns Reckitt on baby formula manufacturing standards

Financial Times M&A

FDA sends letters to UK-listed group and two others after recalls for potential bacterial contamination

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Corporate business building to unlock value in automotive connectivity

Mckinsey and Company

As players across the mobility ecosystem explore opportunities in automotive connectivity, dedicated business building is a powerful tool for capturing the full potential.

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Look Inside: Closed-End Fund Report

BVR

The 2023 Closed-End Fund Report—Fixed Income Securities, written by experts Bruce A. Johnson and James R. Park, provides valuation experts just like you with comprehensive data points featuring data on discount for lack of control in FLPs, municipal bonds, government bonds, and more! let's take a closer look at the bonds discussed in this report.

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Banco Inbursa Agrees To Cetelem México Purchase

Global Finance

Global Finance Magazine - The purchase is in line with Banco Inbursa’s 2015 acquisition of the financial business of Banco Walmart de México.

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Mega Grants: Why Would a Board Approve Nine-Figure CEO Pay?

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Brian Tayan and David F. Larcker (Stanford University) , on Monday, August 7, 2023 Editor's Note: Brian Tayan is a researcher with the Corporate Governance Research Initiative and David F. Larcker is the James Irvin Miller Professor of Accounting, Emeritus, at Stanford Graduate School of Business. This post is based on their recent paper.

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Equity Incentives: Best Practices for Startup Founders

Startup Valuation Blog

To delve deeper into the world of equity incentives and discover how they can revolutionize your startup's growth strategy, keep reading below As the founder of a startup, one of your key responsibilities is to attract and retain top talent that can drive your company's growth and success. Equity incentives, in the form of stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), and other equity-based compensation plans, are powerful tools that can help you achieve this goal.

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Inside Goldman Sachs’ private equity partnership with China

Financial Times M&A

Plus, Europe’s challenger banks face challenges of their own and investors pull back on alternative investments

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CFOs’ balancing act: Juggling priorities to build resilience

Mckinsey and Company

As surveyed CFOs concurrently manage defensive and growth-oriented considerations, they expect major changes in the months ahead and see two pivotal paths for strengthening their organizations.

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Redpath and Company Names Ryan Everhart as Firm's Managing Partner

Redpath

SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA (AUGUST 29, 2023) — Redpath and Company (Redpath), one of the nation’s top 120 accounting and advisory firms, has named Ryan Everhart, CPA, as managing partner effective October 1, 2023.

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BDO USA Adopts Employee Stock Ownership Model

Global Finance

Global Finance Magazine - To attract and retain prospects, accounting firms are trying to entice prospective employees with additional benefits.

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ChatGPT and Corporate Policies

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Baozhong Yang (Georgia State University), on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 Editor's Note: Baozhong Yang is an Associate Professor of Finance at Georgia State University. This post is based on a recent article by Professor Yang, Manish Jha , Assistant Professor of Finance at Georgia State University; Jialin Qian, PhD Candidate at Georgia State University; and Michael Weber , Associate Professor of Finance at the University of Chicago.

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Terminal Growth Rate – A Simple Explanation with Formula

Valutico

Terminal Growth Rate – A Simple Explanation with Formula The Terminal Growth Rate is often used in valuation models and financial projections, but what is it and why is it important? Below we aim to provide a straightforward explanation of what the Terminal Growth Rate is and its significance in financial analysis. What is the Terminal Growth Rate?

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LaPorte Team Members Receive Both Women to Watch Awards from LCPA

LaPorte

The Society of Louisiana CPAs has selected the award winners for the Women to Watch awards, and this year, both recipients are from LaPorte! Director… The post LaPorte Team Members Receive Both Women to Watch Awards from LCPA first appeared on LaPorte.

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A road map for Europe’s automotive industry

Mckinsey and Company

Keeping Europe’s automotive industry competitive requires not just a refined focus on existing strengths but also an acceleration of existing efforts.

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Trout CPA Secures Top Honors in 2023 LNP Readers' Choice Awards

Trout CPA

Trout CPA is proud to announce that we have achieved the esteemed recognition of being voted as the top choice by LNP readers in not just one, but two categories in the prestigious 2023 LNP Readers' Choice Awards. We have been honored as the #1 Accounting Firm and the #1 Business Advisory Services provider.

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Indian Summer: Q&A With CEO And Founding Partner Of Emphasis Ventures Melissa Frakman

Global Finance

Melissa Frakman, CEO and founding partner of Emphasis Ventures, a global early-stage venture capital firm that focuses on India, speaks with Global Finance about digital infrastructure and fintech trends in what some economists believe will soon be the world’s third largest economy.

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Disgorgement Accounting After Liu v. SEC in Securities Enforcement Cases

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by J.W. Verret (George Mason University) , on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 Editor's Note: J.W. Verret , CPA/CFF, is an Associate Professor at George Mason University School of Law, is a practicing forensic accountant at Veritas Financial Analytics , and is Counsel at Lawrence Law LLC. This post is based on his recent paper. The Supreme Court’s landmark Liu v.

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